LAY ASSOCIATIONS DIRECTORY TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. 40 Days for Life 2. An Evening with Mary 3. Apostolic Movement of Schoenstatt 4. Calgary Association of Spiritual Exercises of the 5. Calgary Charismatic Renewal Society 6. Calgary Pro-Life Association 7. of the Good Shepherd Association of 8. Catholic Christian Outreach Canada Inc. 9. Catholic Engaged Encounter 10. Catholic Psychotherapy Association of Canada 11. Catholic Secular Society of of God's Love 12. Catholic Women's League of Canada - Calgary Diocesan Council 13. 14. Community for Christ Foundation for Family and Life 15. Global 16. Divine Spirit Group 17. DWXI PPFI 18. Father Lacombe Guild 19. Filipino Catholic Society of The of Calgary 20. God Squad Canada Society 21. God The Almighty Charismatic Prayer Foundation International of Alberta 22. Heralds of the Canada 23. Youth 24. 25. Lay Fraternities of St. Dominic 26. - Calgary 27. Lethbridge People of Praise Society 28. Light of Jesus Community - Canada Inc. 29. Maria Reina de la Paz 30. 31. Net Ministries of Canada 32. Noli Timere 33. of St. Benedict 34. Open in Spirit to God Covenant Community Calgary 35. Calgary Association 36. Retrouvaille Calgary 37. Sacred Arts Guild of Alberta 38. Soc of St. Vincent de Paul - Calgary Diocese Central Council 39. St. Dismas Prison Ministry Society 40. St. James to Mary Group 41. St. Mary's Secular Franciscan Fraternity 42. 43. Totus Tuus Makers Association 44. UKI Calgary 45. Una Voce Calgary Society 46. Work of Mary DIRECTORY OF LAY ASSOCIATIONS IN THE DIOCESE OF CALGARY

40 Days for Life

CONTACT INFORMATION 153 Citadel Bluff Cl NW Calgary, AB T3G 5E3 (403) 870-3905 | [email protected] Contact Person: Jairo Garzon

WEBSITE https://40daysforlife.com/local-campaigns/calgary/

MISSION STATEMENT The mission of the campaign is to bring together the body of Christ in a spirit of unity during a focused 40-day campaign of prayer, fasting, and peaceful activism, with the purpose of repentance, to seek God's favor to turn hearts and minds from a culture of death to a culture of life, thus bringing an end to abortion. 40 Days for Life is a community-based campaign that takes a determined, peaceful approach to showing local communities the consequences of abortion in their own neighborhoods, for their own friends and families. It puts into action a desire to cooperate with God in the carrying out of His plan for the end of abortion. It draws attention to the evil of abortion through the use of a three-point program: Prayer and fasting Constant vigil Community outreach The 40- day campaign tracks Biblical history, where God used 40-day periods to transform individuals, communities ... and the entire world. From Noah in the flood to Moses on the mountain to the disciples after Christ's resurrection, it is clear that God sees the transformative value of His people accepting and meeting a 40-day challenge.

CHARISM Advocacy & Promotion - Ecumenism Advocacy & Promotion - Social Justice Education & Formation - Health Care/Life Issues Outreach - Immigrants & Refugees Advocacy & Promotion - Pro Life Outreach - Youth/Children Prayer & Spirituality - Conferences & Workshops Prayer & Spirituality - Marian Outreach - Special Needs

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An Evening with Mary

CONTACT INFORMATION 2127 - 6224 17 Ave SE Calgary, AB T2A 7X8 (403) 921-4288 | [email protected] Contact Person: Murphy M. Alungaram

WEBSITE

MISSION STATEMENT To promote and increase Marian love and spirit in each person regardless Catholic or non Catholic and including Christians and non Christians

CHARISM Advocacy & Promotion - Pro Life Prayer & Spirituality - Marian Advocacy & Promotion - Vocations Education & Formation - Catechesis Education & Formation – Other

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Apostolic Movement of Schoenstatt

CONTACT INFORMATION 59 Rockyledge Rise NW Calgary, AB T3G 5P8 (403) 629-0894 | [email protected] Contact Person: Guillermo Fiebelkorn

WEBSITE www.schoenstatt.org

MISSION STATEMENT Faithful to the teachings of the Founder, the Apostolic Movement of Schoenstatt aims at forming personalities and Christian communities that are capable of freely supporting God's plan in the world in which they live. The formation proposed by the Movement is based on self-education, in Providence, the pursuit of holiness in daily life, and readiness and willingness to be instruments in God's hands. The particular purpose of the Movement is the spiritual renewal of Christians, which is achieved by promoting educational and religious activities and social projects, also in cooperation with other ecclesial movements.

CHARISM Advocacy & Promotion - Ecumenism Advocacy & Promotion - Vocations Education & Formation - Family Life Advocacy & Promotion - Pro Life Advocacy & Promotion - Social Justice Prayer & Spirituality - Marian Prayer & Spirituality - Retreat Experiences Education & Formation - Catechesis Prayer & Spirituality - Conferences & Workshops

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Calgary Association of Spiritual Exercises of the Apostolate

CONTACT INFORMATION 87 Park Lane Dr Strathmore, AB T1P 1R2 (403) 934-5667 | [email protected] Contact Person: Lynn Van Bussell

WEBSITE http://casea.ca/

MISSION STATEMENT Our purpose is: To further enrich the experience of The Exercises in the daily lives of the members through sharing the journey. To offer opportunities (programs) for the membership to enhance their Ignatian Journey. To offer to the wider community an exposure to the Ignatian experience and to The Spiritual Exercises themselves.

CHARISM Advocacy & Promotion - Ecumenism Education & Formation - Other Prayer & Spirituality - Retreat Experiences Prayer & Spirituality - Conferences & Workshops

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Calgary Catholic Charismatic Renewal Society

CONTACT INFORMATION 11115 Harvest Hills Gate NE Calgary, AB T3K 3X3 (403) 630-8336 | [email protected] Contact Person: Anthony Banka

WEBSITE http://cccrs.com

MISSION STATEMENT In response to the Church's call to rediscover the in the , the Calgary Catholic Charismatic Renewal Society (CCCRS) seeks to promote a deeper personal relationship with Jesus Christ through the experience of a New Pentecost. Empowered by the Holy Spirit and commissioned by our Baptism to the New Evangelization.

CHARISM Advocacy & Promotion - Ecumenism Education & Formation - Other Prayer & Spirituality - Retreat Experiences Prayer & Spirituality - Charismatic Prayer & Spirituality - Marian Prayer & Spirituality - Conferences & Workshops

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Calgary Pro-Life Association

CONTACT INFORMATION 311-4014 Macleod Tr S Calgary, AB T2G 2R7 (403) 243-0691 | [email protected] Contact Person: Marina Abel

WEBSITE www.calgaryprolife.com

MISSION STATEMENT Calgary Pro-Life Association is a charitable organization committed to providing educational presentations to raise awareness of the beauty, purpose and dignity of human life regardless of age, physical, mental or spiritual differences. Our message promotes Christian values, is non-denominational and is presented free of charge to all people of goodwill, upon request.

CHARISM Advocacy & Promotion - Pro Life Outreach - Youth/Children

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Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Association of Canada

CONTACT INFORMATION c/o 18 Mountain St Okotoks, AB T1S 1G5 (403) 829-7187 | [email protected] Contact Person: Dorothy Burns

WEBSITE www.cgsac.ca

MISSION STATEMENT We will increase the involvement of children and adults in a joyful and contemplative shared religious experience of our covenant relationship with God, in which the religious values of the child predominate. CGSAC is a federal registered , which is governed by a Board of Trustees as set out in our by-laws. CGSAC works for our members promoting spirituality for the children of Canada. As a democratic organization that respects the gifts of the Holy Spirit given to each indivdual, members are encouraged to be actively engaged in the work of the association by serving on one of the board committtees.

CHARISM Advocacy & Promotion - Ecumenism Education & Formation - Catechesis Prayer & Spirituality - Retreat Experiences Education & Formation - Other Outreach - Youth/Children Prayer & Spirituality - Conferences & Workshops

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Catholic Christian Outreach Canada Inc.

CONTACT INFORMATION Box 75111 Calgary, AB T2K 1P0 (403) 880-9566 | [email protected] Contact Person: Danielle Gaudet

WEBSITE https://cco.ca/

MISSION STATEMENT Catholic Christian Outreach (CCO) is a university student movement dedicated to evangelization. We challenge students to live in the fullness of the Catholic faith with a strong emphasis on becoming leaders in the renewal of the world.

CHARISM Education & Formation - Kerygmatic faith studies & Leadership Advocacy & Promotion - Vocations Prayer & Spirituality - Conferences & Workshops Prayer & Spirituality - Marian & Ignatian Prayer & Spirituality - Retreat Experiences Prayer & Spirituality - Charismatic Outreach - University students & young adults

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Catholic Engaged Encounter

CONTACT INFORMATION 151 Edenwold Dr NW Calgary, AB T3A 3T4 (403) 264-9870 | [email protected] Contact Person: Vince DiStefano

WEBSITE www.ceewest.com

MISSION STATEMENT Drawing from the Catholic belief in the sacrament of matrimony, we affirm that our ministry is to offer a solid foundation for the vocation of married life. We commit to living this sacrament through strengthening our marriages. By sharing our sacrament we witness to the love of God revealed in Christ's love for his church. Through our discerned commitment to Engaged Encounter, we form a community that nourishes us for this purpose.

CHARISM Advocacy & Promotion - Social Justice Advocacy & Promotion - Vocations Advocacy & Promotion - Ecumenism Advocacy & Promotion - Pro Life Prayer & Spirituality - Conferences & Workshops Prayer & Spirituality - Retreat Experiences Education & Formation - Catechesis Education & Formation - Family Life

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Catholic Psychotherapy Association of Canada

CONTACT INFORMATION (403) 281-2229 | [email protected] Contact Person: Wayne Ottenbreit

WEBSITE www.catholichealingcanada.ca

MISSION STATEMENT The mission of the Catholic Psychotherapy Association of Canada shall be to support Catholic mental health professionals in Canada by promoting the development of psychological theory, research, and mental health practice that encompasses an understanding of the human person, family, and society which respects Catholic anthropology and the of the .

CHARISM Prayer & Spirituality - Conferences & Workshops Education & Formation - Health Care/Life Issues

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Catholic Secular Society of Missionaries of God's Love

CONTACT INFORMATION 131 Hawkwood Blvd NW Calgary, AB T3G 2X7 (403) 800-6108 | [email protected] Contact Person: Luis Ramos

WEBSITE www.misioneroslaicos.org

MISSION STATEMENT Promote the vocation of the towards God guiding and training those individuals or families who wish to grow in the faith and discover their vocation of service through formation, spiritual exercises based on the teachings of Teresa of Jesus and Saint ; contemplative prayer and community service.

CHARISM Advocacy & Promotion - Pro Life Advocacy & Promotion - Vocations Education & Formation - Other Outreach - Immigrants & Refugees Advocacy & Promotion - Social Justice Prayer & Spirituality - Conferences & Workshops Prayer & Spirituality - Marian Prayer & Spirituality - Retreat Experiences Outreach - Special Needs

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Catholic Women's League of Canada - Calgary Diocesan Council

CONTACT INFORMATION c/o Council Treasurer 448 Moonlight Way W Lethbridge, AB T1J 5M7 (403) 380-3765 | [email protected] Contact Person: Janet MacPhee

WEBSITE https://www.calgarycwl.ca/

KNOWN AS Catholic Women's League of Canada - Calgary Diocesan Council

MISSION STATEMENT The Catholic Women's League of Canada calls its members to grow in faith, and to witness to the love of God through ministry and service. The Catholic Women's League of Canada is the largest women's organization in Canada. Its mission is the religious renewal of the "" as envisioned by the documents of Vatican II. To realize its mission, the League sees itself as having these principal ministries: to plan, develop and coordinate programs directed toward the individual and collective spiritual development of members to encourage and support the development of Christian values throughout society and, in particular, the image of family to represent Catholic women and their views on topics of national interest and importance, and to communicate those views to church, government and society at large to plan, direct and coordinate the work of Catholic women in support of religious, charitable and community activities to provide a vehicle for communication and the development of Christian companionship among Catholic women everywhere

CHARISM Advocacy & Promotion - Social Justice, Pro-Life, Vocations, Catholic Education Outreach - Youth/Children, Immigrants & refugees, Elderly, Homeless, Poor, Sick, Special Needs Prayer & Spirituality - Conferences, Workshops, Retreats Special intentions

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Christian Life Community

CONTACT INFORMATION 219 18 Ave SW Calgary, AB T2S 0C2 (403) 228-4170 | [email protected] Contact Person: Charles Pottie-Pâté, sj

WEBSITE http://www.christianlifecommunity.ca/

MISSION STATEMENT "Rooted in the , and formed in the Spiritual Exercises of St. , Christian Life Community Canada is called, as a body of lay apostolic leaders, to read the signs of the times and prayerfully discern prophetic action to set hearts on fire with Christ's transformative love and compassion. Through the grace of God, in solidarity with World CLC priorities, CLC collaborates with the , the universal church and all people of good will, to work for justice on behalf of the environment,the marginalized, the oppressed and for people living in poverty."

CHARISM Advocacy & Promotion - Ecumenism Advocacy & Promotion - Pro Life Advocacy & Promotion - Social Justice Education & Formation - Other Education & Formation - Other Education & Formation - Other Outreach - Elderly Outreach - Immigrants & Refugees Outreach - Poor/Homeless Outreach - Sick/Homebound Outreach - Special Needs Outreach - Youth/Children

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Community for Christ Foundation for Family and Life

CONTACT INFORMATION 123 Covemeadow Court Street Calgary, AB T3K 6H1 (403) 827-6434 | [email protected] Contact Person: Mr. Manuel Altura

WEBSITE www.cfcfflcanada.org

MISSION STATEMENT We strive for holiness of life, as we commit to renew the temporal order through our work with the poor, our work for justice and our work for life. We are a servant of the Church, working to renew her children through every generation and throughout the world, until the Lord returns once again.

CHARISM Advocacy & Promotion - Social Justice, Pro-Life Education & Formation - Catechesis Programs (RCIA, Sacraments) Family life Programs Marriage Enrichment, Singles, Engaged, Separated) Prayer & Spirituality - Charismatic Conferences & Workshops Marian Retreat Experiences, Retreat/Conference Facilities Outreach - immigrants & Refugees, Poor/Homeless, Youth & Children Evangelization/Christian Life Seminars/Life in Christ Seminars Pastoral Formation Marriage Preparation Chastity - Live Pure Forums Liturgical Study

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Couples for Christ Global

CONTACT INFORMATION 253 Citadel Way NW Calgary, AB T3G 5A7 (403) 471-2729 | [email protected] Contact Person: Carlos O. Perez

WEBSITE www.couplesforchristglobal.org

MISSION STATEMENT Build the Church of the home and the Church of the Poor

CHARISM Advocacy & Promotion - Ecumenism Advocacy & Promotion - Pro Life Outreach - Elderly Outreach - Immigrants & Refugees Outreach - Poor/Homeless Outreach - Youth/Children Prayer & Spirituality - Retreat Experiences Prayer & Spirituality - Conferences & Workshops Prayer & Spirituality - Charismatic Prayer & Spirituality - Marian Prayer & Spirituality - Retreat/Conference Facilities Advocacy & Promotion - Social Justice Advocacy & Promotion - Vocations Education & Formation - Family Life Education & Formation - Health Care/Life Issues

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Divine Spirit Prayer Group

CONTACT INFORMATION c/o Mary Mother of the Redeemer 1714 14 Ave NE Calgary, AB T2G 1G3 (403) 770-0250 | [email protected] Contact Person: Joyce Simoes

WEBSITE http://divinespiritprayer.wixsite.com/calgary

MISSION STATEMENT Same as CCCRS as per Joyce Simoes In response to the Church's call to rediscover the Holy Spirit, the Calgary Catholic Charismatic Renewal Society (CCCRS) seeks to promote a deeper personal relationship with Jesus Christ through the experience of a New Pentecost. Empowered by the Holy Spirit and commissioned by our Baptism to the New Evangelization.

CHARISM Advocacy & Promotion - Pro Life Advocacy & Promotion - Ecumenism Advocacy & Promotion - Vocations Education & Formation - Other Prayer & Spirituality - Charismatic Advocacy & Promotion - Social Justice Prayer & Spirituality - Marian Prayer & Spirituality - Retreat Experiences Prayer & Spirituality - Retreat/Conference Facilities Prayer & Spirituality - Conferences & Workshops

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El Shaddai DWXI PPFI

CONTACT INFORMATION 139-30 Ave NW Calgary, AB T2M 2N1 (403) 991-1409 | [email protected] Contact Person: Fe Panganiban

WEBSITE

MISSION STATEMENT Our mission is to share the Light of the Lord Jesus Christ, the Joy of our , and our faith in Him through our own personal testimonies of the power of His Word such as our conversion through repentance and deliverance from the bondage of sin and vices; the transformation from our old self-centered, destructive and confused lives to new victorious lives in Christ Jesus; and the healing of our broken relationships and physical ailments. We want to let the people know that God is alive, that He loves and cares for us and that He is willing to forgive us, heal our diseases, and deliver us from all our troubles if we repent of our sins, turn away from our wicked ways, and establish a personal relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ Who shall set our hearts on fire with the love of God and neighbor.

CHARISM Advocacy & Promotion - Ecumenism Advocacy & Promotion - Vocations Counselling Services Education & Formation - Catechesis Education & Formation - Family Life Education & Formation - Health Care/Life Issues Prayer & Spirituality - Conferences & Workshops Prayer & Spirituality - Retreat Experiences Prayer & Spirituality - Retreat/Conference Facilities Outreach - Elderly Outreach - Poor/Homeless Outreach - Sick/Homebound Advocacy & Promotion - Pro Life Advocacy & Promotion - Social Justice

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Father Lacombe Guild

CONTACT INFORMATION 144 Wildrose Cres St Calgary, AB T1P 0C9 (403) 901-1070 | [email protected] Contact Person: Brent Wiley

WEBSITE https://fatherlacombeguild.com/

MISSION STATEMENT The mission of the Guild is to give men the opportunity to strengthen their relationship with Our Lord Jesus Christ and His Bride the Catholic Church, and for men be strengthened in their ability to defend the Church and re- evangelize our culture.

CHARISM Prayer & Spirituality - Conferences & Workshops

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Filipino Catholic Society of The Diocese of Calgary

CONTACT INFORMATION 113 Simcoe Circle SW Street Calgary, AB T3H 4S5 (403) 926-6538 | [email protected] Contact Person: Mrs. Ellen Sarmiento

WEBSITE https://filipinocatholicsociety.com/

MISSION STATEMENT "The Filipino Catholic Society of the Diocese of Calgary, in living the Catholic Faith in the best possible manner, shall: 1. promote unity, love, goodwill and fellowship; 2. focus on educational, charitable and religious activities; and 3. promote any other activities that are deemed important to the needs of the Filipino Community in Calgary."

CHARISM Counselling Services Education & Formation - Family Life Programs (Marriage Enrichment, Singles, Engaged, Separated) Elderly Immigrants & Refugees, Homeless/Sick/ Homebound, Special Needs, youth & Children

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God Squad Canada Society

CONTACT INFORMATION 196 Citadel Dr NW Calgary, AB T3G 4G2 (403) 241-9893 | [email protected] Contact Person: Sean Lynn

WEBSITE https://godsquad.ca/

MISSION STATEMENT Be the rock of your domestic church! God Squad challenges men to show the same servant leadership to their families that Christ has for His bride, the Church. God Squad Canada was formed by four Calgary police officers who witnessed first hand the breakdown of families, and saw that this was largely due to an abdication of true fatherhood. With a desire to counter the fatherless culture, the first catholic men's conference was held in 1998. The God Squad, in recent years, has been focusing more on attracting younger men to give them the tools to succeed as husbands and fathers.

CHARISM Advocacy & Promotion - Social Justice Prayer & Spirituality - Conferences & Workshops Advocacy & Promotion - Vocations Education & Formation - Family Life Outreach - Youth/Children Prayer & Spirituality - Charismatic Conferences & Workshops Marian Retreat Experiences

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God The Almighty Charismatic Prayer Foundation International of Alberta

CONTACT INFORMATION 60 Quarry Landing SE Calgary, AB T2C 5E4 (587) 229-9299 | [email protected] Contact Person: Mrs. Lynnie Saundh

WEBSITE

KNOWN AS GTA Foundation

MISSION STATEMENT Our purpose is to praise and worship God the Father, God the Sone and God the Holy Spirit. We enrich our faith by organizing GTA prayer communities as avenues of faith renewal, by participating in the parish pastoral programs and ministries, by visiting and praying with the sick and their families, and by providing spiritual and moral support to foreign workers and new immigrants.

CHARISM Education & Formation - Family Life Programs (Marriage Enrichment, Singles, Engaged, Separated) Elderly Immigrants & Refugees, Poor/Homeless/Sick/ Homebound, Special Needs, youth & Children Prayer & Spirituality - Charismatic Retreat Experiences, Retreat/Conference facilities

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Heralds of the Gospel Canada

CONTACT INFORMATION 5535 17 Sideroad Schomberg, ON L0G 1T0 | [email protected] Contact Person: Br. Francois Boulay

WEBSITE http://www.heralds.ca

MISSION STATEMENT The object of HGC is to preach and advance the teachings of the Church and the religious tenets, doctrines and observances associated with that faith, through evangelization, sanctification, and animation of the Roman Catholic faith in Canada.

CHARISM Advocacy & Promotion - Vocations Education & Formation - Catechesis Prayer & Spirituality - Marian Prayer & Spirituality - Retreat Experiences Outreach - Youth/Children Prayer & Spirituality - Conferences & Workshops

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Jesus Youth

CONTACT INFORMATION 40 Beaonsfield Cres NW Calgary, AB T3K 1W6 (403) 389-9089 | [email protected] Contact Person: Jims T. Alackel

WEBSITE http://jesusyouth.ca

MISSION STATEMENT is a movement at the service of the church Jesus Youth is an initiative of young people themselves, who, filled with the Holy Spirit try to reach out to other young people. The strength of the movement is its special focus on a life centered on the Lord Jesus Christ: beginning with an experience of God nourished by prayer, the Word of God, the sacraments and fellowship, and sharing the Good News of Jesus Christ with others.

CHARISM Outreach - Youth/Children Advocacy & Promotion - Social Justice Advocacy & Promotion - Vocations Prayer & Spirituality - Charismatic Advocacy & Promotion - Pro Life Prayer & Spirituality - Retreat/Conference Facilities Prayer & Spirituality - Conferences & Workshops Prayer & Spirituality - Marian Prayer & Spirituality - Retreat Experiences

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Knights of Columbus

CONTACT INFORMATION 4 Chapala Heath Street SE, Calgary AB T2X 3P8 (403) 689-4305 | [email protected] Contact Person: Michael Subasic

WEBSITE www.kofc.org

KNOWN AS

MISSION STATEMENT All the good works we do are informed by our four core principles:

Charity: Our Catholic faith teaches us to "Love thy neighbor as thyself." Members of the Knights of Columbus show love for their neighbors by conducting food drives and donating the food to local soup kitchens and food pantries, by volunteering at Special Olympics, and by supporting, both spiritually and materially, mothers who choose life for their babies. Knights recognize that our mission, and our faith in God, compels us to action. There is no better way to experience love and compassion than by helping those in need, a call we answer every day.

Unity: None of us is as good as all of us. Members of the Knights of Columbus all know that together we can accomplish far more than any of us could individually. So we stick together...we support one another. That doesn't mean that we always agree or that there is never a difference of opinion. It does mean that as a Knight of Columbus you can count on the support and encouragement of your Knights as you work to make life better in your parish and community.

Fraternity: Venerable Michael J. McGivney founded the Knights of Columbus, in large part, to provide assistance to the widows and children left behind when the family breadwinner died often prematurely. The Order's top-rated insurance program continues to do this today, as do the good works of individual Knights, who gave more than 75.6 million service hours in 2017, illustrating how Catholics serve each other in fraternity and mercy.

Patriotism: Members of the Knights of Columbus, be they Americans, Canadians, Mexicans, Cubans, Filipinos, Poles, or Dominicans, are patriotic citizens. We are proud of our devotion to God and country, and believe in standing up for both. Whether it's in public or private, the Knights remind the world that Catholics support their nations and are amongst the greatest citizens.

CHARISM

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Lay Fraternities of St. Dominic

CONTACT INFORMATION 90 Cimarron Grove Cl Okotoks, AB T1S 0H5 (403) 831-0338 | [email protected] Contact Person: Ryan Fox

WEBSITE

KNOWN AS Lay Fraternities of St. Dominic

MISSION STATEMENT "The principal we are gathered together is that we dwell together in harmony and have one mind and one heart in God, in other words, that we be found perfect in charity. . . Our Order is known to have been founded from the beginning expressly for preaching and the salvation of . ...This end we ought to pursue, preaching and teaching from the abundance and fulness of contemplation in imitation of our most holy Father Dominic, who spoke only with God or of God for the benefit of souls."

CHARISM Education & Formation - Catechesis Prayer & Spirituality – Other

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Legion of Mary - Calgary

CONTACT INFORMATION 4608 Charswood Dr NW 10108 Hamptons Blvd NW Calgary, AB T3A 5A8 (403) 667-4603 | [email protected] Contact Person: Arlette Allyjan

WEBSITE http://www.queenofthemostholyrosarycuria.ca/

KNOWN AS Legion of Mary - Calgary

MISSION STATEMENT The object of the Legion of Mary is the glory of God through the holiness of its members developed by prayer and active cooperation, under the ecclesiastical guidance, in Mary.

CHARISM Education & Formation - Catechesis Outreach - Poor/Homeless Outreach - Elderly Outreach - Immigrants & Refugees Prayer & Spirituality - Marian Outreach - Sick/Homebound Outreach - Youth/Children

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Lethbridge People of Praise Society

CONTACT INFORMATION PO Box 99 505 Heritage Rd Barnwell, AB T0K 0BO (403) 394-4658 | [email protected] Contact Person: Sandra Kano

WEBSITE http://lethbridgelivein.ca

MISSION STATEMENT The Live-In exists for the purpose of evangelization: firstly, to bring people to a personal knowledge of Jesus Christ; and to develop, in those who already have this knowledge, a deeper, vibrant faith in Jesus Christ.

CHARISM Prayer & Spirituality - Conferences & Workshops Prayer & Spirituality - Retreat Experiences Advocacy & Promotion - Ecumenism Prayer & Spirituality - Charismatic

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Light of Jesus Community - Canada Inc.

CONTACT INFORMATION 2155 Brightoncrest Comm SE Calgary, AB T2Z 1E9 (403) 401-3598 | [email protected] Contact Person: Jerry Aquino

WEBSITE www.lightfam.com

MISSION STATEMENT Spread and Share the light of Jesus to other people as widely and as effectively as possible through evangelization, discipleship, community, ministry, and worship, and the spiritual formation of our members.

CHARISM Outreach - Immigrants & Refugees Outreach - Poor/Homeless Education & Formation - Other Outreach - Elderly Prayer & Spirituality - Conferences & Workshops Prayer & Spirituality - Retreat Experiences Outreach - Youth/Children Prayer & Spirituality - Charismatic

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Maria Reina de la Paz

CONTACT INFORMATION 3305 Tuscarora Manor NW Calgary, AB T3L 2J9 (403) 585-1047 | [email protected] Contact Person: Ingrid Salgado

WEBSITE

MISSION STATEMENT Accepting the invitation from the Mary "Queen of Peace" to participate in the "School of Love", we let ourselves be guided by Her Hand that leads us to a secure port who is Her Son, Our Lord Jesus Christ.The Virgin Mary teaches us that through personal and communal prayer we can grow spiritually and also help to establish the peace between God and men and peace among men. This allows for God's plans to be fulfilled. Growing in prayer, living the messages and teaching of the Virgin Mary "Queen of Peace", we are Her extended arms to serve the Church and our brothers with love.

CHARISM Advocacy & Promotion - Vocations Outreach - Immigrants & Refugees Outreach - Poor/Homeless Outreach - Sick/Homebound Outreach - Elderly Outreach - Youth/Children Prayer & Spirituality - Conferences & Workshops Prayer & Spirituality - Marian Outreach - Special Needs

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Neocatechumenal Way

CONTACT INFORMATION 4380 Guenette Laval, QC H7T 2G1 (403) 437-0122 | [email protected] Contact Person: David Turcotte

WEBSITE www.cheminneocatechumenal.ca

MISSION STATEMENT The nature of the Neocatechumenal Way is defined by His Holiness John Paul II when he writes: "I recognize the Neocatechumenal Way as an itinerary of Catholic formation, valid for our society and for our times."

CHARISM Education & Formation – Catechesis Advocacy & Promotion - Ecumenism Advocacy & Promotion - Pro Life Advocacy & Promotion - Vocations Outreach - Youth/Children Education & Formation - Health Care/Life Issues Education & Formation - Family Life Outreach - Elderly

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Net Ministries of Canada

CONTACT INFORMATION 1820 St. Joseph Blvd Orlean, ON K1C 7C6 1 (613) 841-4141 | [email protected] Contact Person: Julia Carvalho

WEBSITE www.netcanada.ca

MISSION STATEMENT To Challenge young Catholics to love Christ and Embrace the Life of the Church.

CHARISM Advocacy & Promotion - Pro Life Advocacy & Promotion - Social Justice Advocacy & Promotion - Vocations Prayer & Spirituality - Charismatic Prayer & Spirituality - Retreat Experiences Education & Formation - Other Outreach - Youth/Children

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Noli Timere

CONTACT INFORMATION 1600 Acadia Dr. SE Calgary, AB T3M 0G9 (403) 278-7556 | [email protected] Contact Person: Mr. Adam Soos

WEBSITE www.nolitimere.ca

MISSION STATEMENT Inspired by Saint John Paul II's call to young people to "let yourselves be taken over by the light of Christ and spread that light wherever you are", Noli Timere seeks to provide a faith-filled environment in which young adults, ages 18-35, can develop new friendships and grow into a deeper relationship with Christ.

CHARISM Outreach - Youth/Children Prayer & Spirituality - Conferences & Workshops

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Oblates of St. Benedict

CONTACT INFORMATION 2227-29 Ave SW Calgary, AB T2T 1N8 (403) 245-2446 | [email protected] Contact Person: Annemarie Marchand

WEBSITE www.mountangelabbey.org

MISSION STATEMENT Ora et Labora Prayer and Work

CHARISM Advocacy & Promotion - Ecumenism Outreach - Elderly Outreach - Immigrants & Refugees Prayer & Spirituality - Other Prayer & Spirituality - Retreat Experiences Outreach - Special Needs Outreach - Youth/Children Outreach - Poor/Homeless Outreach - Sick/Homebound

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Open in Spirit to God Covenant Community Calgary

CONTACT INFORMATION (403) 879-7784 | [email protected] Contact Person: Amparito R. Landeta

WEBSITE http://www.bldworld.org/

KNOWN AS OSG YYC (Bukas Loob sa Diyos)

MISSION STATEMENT It is the purpose of the BLD Covenant Community to empower the lay faithful in the task of evangelization by promoting the values of the Kingdom of God among individuals, couples, and families through the various encounter and renewal programs. It endeavors to form BLD Districts throughout the world, with organized structures and relationships to effectively advance the BLD Covenant Community's purpose.

CHARISM Outreach - Poor/Homeless Advocacy & Promotion - Ecumenism Education & Formation - Family Life Outreach - Elderly Prayer & Spirituality - Retreat Experiences Outreach - Youth/Children Prayer & Spirituality - Charismatic Prayer & Spirituality - Conferences & Workshops

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Regnum Christi Calgary Association

CONTACT INFORMATION 51 Discovery Ridge Cres. S.W. Calgary, AB (403) 999-5167 | [email protected] Contact Person: Mrs. Kathy Koop

WEBSITE www.regnumchristi.org

KNOWN AS Kingsway Youth and Family Association

MISSION STATEMENT Our mission is to reveal Christ's love, form apostles and send them out to help build the Kingdom of Christ. We awaken the individual and their family to their mission in life and in the Church.

CHARISM Youth & Children Family Life Programs (Marriage Enrichment, Singles, Engaged, Separated)

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Retrouvaille Calgary

CONTACT INFORMATION 11 Maple Garden Strathmore, AB T1P 1G3 (403) 901-9582 | [email protected] Contact Person: Meredith Goertz

WEBSITE www.helpourmarriagecalgary.com

MISSION STATEMENT Retrouvaille... a program to help couples heal and renew their hurting marriages.

CHARISM Education & Formation - Family Life Prayer & Spirituality - Conferences & Workshops

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Sacred Arts Guild of Alberta

CONTACT INFORMATION 86 Cedargrove Ln SW Calgary, AB T2W 6J1 (403) 993-3439 | [email protected] Contact Person: Mark Charlton

WEBSITE www.sacredartsguildofalberta.com

MISSION STATEMENT In response to Pope Benedict XVI's call to be "custodians of beauty," the Sacred Arts Guild of Alberta (SAGA) is a community of artists and associates who are interested in the study, preservation, and renewal of traditional methods for creating liturgical and sacred art in the Christian tradition. Our purpose is: To promote increased awareness and appreciation of ways that the beauty of liturgical and sacred art can enhance the meaning and understanding of faith within homes and parish communities. To encourage dialogue and learning between the Catholic artistic tradition and other Christian expressions of sacred art, particularly the Eastern iconographic tradition; To bring together those who wish to deepen their understanding of the traditions and various forms that Christian art has taken over the centuries; To foster the recovery of ancient and traditional methods of art and craft making that can be used to create new, contemporary expressions of the faith. To inspire collaboration between artists and artisans in the creation of new works; To deepen the understanding of the historical and theological foundations of liturgical and sacred art as a living tradition; To encourage the use of original works of liturgical art in homes, parishes, schools, and other public spaces. To encourage the professional development of artists, at all levels from beginners to professionals, in improving their skills and knowledge of sacred art. To provide resources for parishes and schools regarding the role of sacred art in community life In order to achieve these goals, the Sacred Arts Guild of Alberta will seek: To sponsor activities which promote the professional and personal development of the members of the society; To organize occasional workshops and talks for its members and the broader community; To hold regular open studios times and seek to establish a shared studio space for its members. To sponsor occasional exhibitions of the work of the guild's members in order to make their work better known within the community; To sponsor an annual guild Mass for artists, patrons, and friends of the arts; To establish a directory of artists and artisans who are involved in the liturgical and sacred arts in Alberta; To collaborate with other organizations that promote sacred art nationally and internationally To provide referrals and information resources among members.

CHARISM Education & Formation - Other Prayer & Spirituality - Conferences & Workshops Advocacy & Promotion - Ecumenism

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Soc of St. Vincent de Paul - Calgary Diocese Central Council

CONTACT INFORMATION Sunridge RPO PO Box 57236 Calgary, AB T1Y 6R4 | [email protected] Contact Person: Theo van Besouw

WEBSITE https://ssvpcalgary.org

MISSION STATEMENT

CHARISM Advocacy & Promotion - Ecumenism Outreach - Elderly Outreach - Poor/Homeless Outreach - Sick/Homebound Outreach - Special Needs Prayer & Spirituality - Conferences & Workshops Prayer & Spirituality - Retreat Experiences Advocacy & Promotion - Social Justice Outreach - Immigrants & Refugees

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St. Dismas Prison Ministry Society

CONTACT INFORMATION 2519 Morris Cresent SE Airdrie, AB T4A 2B8 (403) 923-4279 | [email protected] Contact Person: Mr. Gary Haney

WEBSITE www.dismasprisonministry.org

MISSION STATEMENT St. Dismas Ministry Society will glorify God, changing lives and healing communities by creating and facilitating a model of prisoner reintegration & aftercare through intervention, education, prevention and continuity of care.

CHARISM Prisoner Ministry, reintegration and Aftercare programs, supports and services

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St. James Parish Consecration to Mary Group

CONTACT INFORMATION 119 Waldron Ave Okotoks, AB T1S 1C8 (403) 995-2084 | [email protected] Contact Person: Donald Bechtel

WEBSITE www.allHeartsAfire.org

MISSION STATEMENT Using the resources of Father Michael E. Gaitleyl, MIC, specifically "33 Days to Morning Glory" people of the parish go on an individual 33 day retreat in preparation for Marian Consecration. Each week individuals gather with a leader, who has been consecrated to Mary, and discuss the past weeks readings. Then at the end of the 33 days we gather as a group and say a consecration prayer of " Morning Glory", or by St Louis de Montfort, or St Maximillian Kolbe.

CHARISM Prayer & Spirituality - Marian Advocacy & Promotion - Ecumenism Education & Formation - Catechesis

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St. Mary's Secular Franciscan Fraternity

CONTACT INFORMATION 20 - 7205 4 St NE Calgary, AB T2K 5S3 | [email protected] Contact Person: Murdoch Macleod

WEBSITE http://www.ofscalgary.com/

MISSION STATEMENT Secular are Catholic men and women who seek to deepen their faith and pattern their lives on Jesus Christ, in the spirit of St. . We live and work in society. We are married, single, old, young, and from all walks of life. We seek to proclaim, by our example, the love, joy and mercy of Christ to the world. We are an order within the Catholic church, and are members of local Fraternities. Led by the Holy Spirit, we strive for perfect charity in our secular state. By our profession, we pledge to live the gospel in the manner of St. Francis in accordance with the rules approved by the Church. To follow the gospel of Christ in the footsteps of St. Francis, who made Christ the inspiration and centre of his life with God and with people, going from gospel to life and life to the gospel. (That is close to Article 4 of the OFS Rule approved by Paul VI in 1978, which is what I meant to write.)

CHARISM Advocacy & Promotion - Pro Life Education & Formation - Other Advocacy & Promotion - Social Justice Prayer & Spirituality - Conferences & Workshops Prayer & Spirituality - Other Advocacy & Promotion - Vocations Advocacy & Promotion - Ecumenism

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Teams of Our Lady

CONTACT INFORMATION 74 Citadel Acres NW Calgary, AB T3G 5A6 (403) 923-2442 | [email protected] Contact Person: Anderson Macedo da Silva

WEBSITE www.teamsofourlady.ca

MISSION STATEMENT Teams of Our Lady is an international Catholic movement to enrich marriage spirituality. The aim of the movement is to help couples live out a married spirituality and to discover the full richness of the sacrament of marriage. As per our founder, Father Henri Caarel: "Teams of Our Lady have as their essential aim to help couples to strive after holiness - no more, no less".

CHARISM Education & Formation - Catechesis Education & Formation - Family Life Prayer & Spirituality - Charismatic Advocacy & Promotion - Vocations Prayer & Spirituality - Marian Prayer & Spirituality - Retreat Experiences Prayer & Spirituality - Retreat/Conference Facilities Prayer & Spirituality - Conferences & Workshops

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Totus Tuus Rosary Makers Association

CONTACT INFORMATION 9408 Palliser Pl SW Calgary, AB T2V 3T2 (403) 281-6929 | [email protected] Contact Person: Marta Toltesi

WEBSITE

MISSION STATEMENT Our only aim is to give honor and glory to God by encouraging devotion to Our Lady through praying the rosary. We do this by teaching students in our Catholic Schools and Youth, RCIA and other groups in our parishes how to make and pray the rosary and by making and sending to missions in Canada and overseas.

CHARISM Education & Formation - Other Education & Formation - Catechesis Outreach - Poor/Homeless Outreach - Sick/Homebound Outreach - Elderly Outreach - Immigrants & Refugees Prayer & Spirituality - Conferences & Workshops Prayer & Spirituality - Marian Outreach - Special Needs Outreach - Youth/Children

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UKI Calgary

CONTACT INFORMATION St Joseph Catholic Church 640 19 Ave NW Calgary, AB T2M 0Y8 (403) 402-3810 | [email protected] Contact Person: Andrew Ardianto

WEBSITE www.ukicalgary.ca

MISSION STATEMENT Fully reliant on the love of our Lord Jesus Christ and recognizing our common culture and heritage. We will reach out, call and engage our brothers and sisters in faith to worship and glorify our Risen Lord.

CHARISM Outreach - Elderly Outreach - Poor/Homeless Outreach - Immigrants & Refugees Outreach - Youth/Children Prayer & Spirituality - Other Prayer & Spirituality - Retreat Experiences Advocacy & Promotion - Ecumenism Education & Formation - Other Prayer & Spirituality - Conferences & Workshops Outreach - Sick/Homebound

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Una Voce Calgary Society

CONTACT INFORMATION Southland Crossing RPO PO Box 42223 Calgary, AB T2J 7A6 | [email protected] Contact Person: Stefan Schwarz

WEBSITE http://unavocecalgary.org/home/

MISSION STATEMENT To work as a lay movement within the Church to safeguard and promote the use of Latin, Gregorian chant and sacred polyphony in the Liturgy of the Roman Catholic Church; To serve the Church by helping the members of the movement and, through their apostolate, and all the Christian faithful better to understand, and more fruitfully to participate in, the Catholic Liturgy as a sacred action founded upon the principle Lex Orandi Lex Credendi est.

CHARISM Prayer & Spirituality - Conferences & Workshops Prayer & Spirituality - Retreat Experiences Advocacy & Promotion - Vocations Education & Formation - Catechesis

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Work of Mary

CONTACT INFORMATION 2252 Douglasbank Cres SE Calgary, AB T2Z 2J5 (403) 278-4762 | [email protected] Contact Person: Norio Kudo

WEBSITE www.focolare.org

KNOWN AS Focolare (Hearth or Family Fireside)

MISSION STATEMENT The Focolare's spirituality is unity and its aim is to help fulfill Jesus' Prayer "That they may all be one" (Jn 17:21). People of all ages and backgrounds strive to achieve this by living with the presence of Jesus among them (Jesus in the midst) and by embracing Jesus Forsaken in every suffering. Jesus in the midst refers to the Gospel sentence in which Jesus states that where two or more people are united in His name, which means in His love, He is present there (see Mt. 18:20). So it's something immense: the possibility of Christ's presence among us in our family, at work, school, our community, and allowing Him to guide and enlighten us. Jesus forsaken is the expression of the pain that Jesus suffered on earth, when at the climax of his suffering on the cross he cried out: “My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?” {Mk. 15:34) By welcoming Jesus' countenance in our personal suffering or in the suffering of other human beings, we can possess the key to unlock unity

CHARISM Word of Life; gathering on how to live the Gospel in daily life Formation of Families, Youth & Children's Program Ecumenical & Interfaith Dialogue Economy of Communion

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